The stage is set for the much-anticipated return of the UFC to Mexico, and fight fans are eager to witness the headline clash between former flyweight champion Brandon Moreno and Brandon Royval.
As the two warriors prepare to enter the octagon at the Arena Ciudad de Mexico, the stakes are high, with the winner positioning themselves as a strong contender for the next title shot in a division currently ruled by Alexandre Pantoja.
In December, Royval faced Pantoja for the title but fell short in a decision loss. A victory over Moreno could potentially set the stage for a rematch with Pantoja, adding an extra layer of significance to this showdown.
The history between Moreno and Royval dates back to November 2020, where an entertaining first round unfolded before Royval‘s shoulder dislocation resulted in a technical knockout victory for Moreno. Now, in this rematch, both fighters are determined to leave their mark and claim victory.
When Does the Moreno-Royval 2 Fight Start?
UFC Mexico is scheduled for this Saturday, February 24, at the Arena Ciudad de Mexico. The preliminary fights are set to commence at 7 p.m. ET/4 p.m. PT, building up the excitement for the main card, which kicks off at 10 p.m. ET/7 p.m. PT.
Where to Watch Brandon Moreno vs Brandon Royval 2 in the United States?
For fans in the United States, the action-packed event will be broadcast on ESPN+. To catch every moment of Moreno vs Royval 2 and the entire card, a monthly subscription to ESPN+ is available at $10.99 per month or $109.99 per year.
Fight Night Schedule
- Main Event: Brandon Moreno vs Brandon Royval 2
- Date: Saturday, Feb. 24
- Preliminary Fights: Begin at 7 p.m. ET/4 p.m. PT
- Main Card: Kicks off at 10 p.m. ET/7 p.m. PT
- Location: Arena Ciudad de Mexico
As the clock ticks down to fight night, MMA enthusiasts in the USA can gear up for a thrilling evening of action, cheering for their favorite fighters and experiencing the intensity of UFC Mexico live on ESPN+.
What is the fight card for tonight UFC Moreno vs Royval 2?
Yair Rodriguez and Brian Ortega will do battle again 19 months after their first encounter, in a five-round fight. This fight will take place before Moreno vs Royval; the rest of the fights will be:
- Daniel Zellhuber vs Francisco Prado
- Raul Rosas Jr. vs Ricky Turcios
- Yazmin Jauregui vs Sam Hughes
- Manuel Torres vs Chris Duncan
Preliminary fights
- Cristian Quiñonez vs Raoni Barcelos
- Jesus Aguilar vs Mateus Mendonca
- Edgar Chairez vs Danie Lacerda
- Claudio Puelles vs Fares Ziam
- Ronaldo Rodriguez vs Denys Bondar
- Victor Altamirano vs Felipe dos Santos
- Erik Silva vs Muhammad Naimov